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Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Employment Opportunity in FLO: Employment specialist

Family members returning to Washington, DC may be interested in applying for the Employment specialist (GS-12) position in FLO. The incumbent of this position is responsible for supporting a wide variety of family member employment programs and initiatives related to inside- and outside-the-mission employment overseas, professional development opportunities, and employment opportunities when returning to Washington. The position is located in Washington, D.C., and may require some travel. The application deadline for this position is 11:59 p.m. EDT, October 28, 2016. Visit FLO’s
websitefor details and application instructions.

Try WorkLife4You
Emergency Backup Care

Posted Overseas? You can
use any of the backup care options for a family member in the U.S. For family
members who are with you overseas, Emergency Backup Care will reimburse you for
the cost of care (up to $100) if you use friends, family members, or a child
care center.

WorkLife4You
is the Department of State's free, comprehensive resource and referral program.
For questions and log-in information, call (866) 552-4748 or email Specialist@LifeCare.com.
Please note, this
service is for Department of State employees; others should contact their
agency to inquire about the availability of similar programs.

The annual workshop is for parents and teens in grades 9 - 12. This workshop addresses the essay writing process, issues that arise from experiencing an international childhood, and how students can incorporate their overseas experiences as they prepare for the college search & application process. This is a rare opportunity to speak with Becky Grappo and have your questions answered in person!

Topics to include:

How to incorporate Foreign Service experiences into an effective essay

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